Man-Environment Studies (MENV)

MENV 110 Environmental Perception

Analysis of the nature of man’s percepts, images, and meanings of environmental phenomena. Changing attitudes towards environment; consideration of differences in human perception caused by cultural, personality, age, social, economic, and ethnic factors. 3 lectures (Winter term)

MENV 120 Biological Perspectives on Man’s Function and Behaviour

Selected topics in biology will be studied in the context of some current problems facing mankind. Specifically, relevant aspects of genetics, evolution, embryology, reproductive physiology, and brain function will be applied to the problems of foreign substances in the body (pollution and drugs), the population explosion (birth control), and biological warfare. Critical evaluation of current research will be stressed. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment or consent of Instructor 3 lectures (Fall term)

MENV 121 Psychological Perspectives on Man’s Function and Behaviouri

Basic mechanisms and processes. Sensory mechanisms; perceptual processes; intellect, personality and creativity. Discussion of the effect of the environment on psychological models of man; psychoanalytic models, radical behaviourism, cognitive model, humanistic models. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment or consent of Instructor 3 lectures (Winter term)

MENV 130 Aspects of Canadian Society 1

Background material on the structure and functioning of the Canadian governmental, economic and social system as a context within which various man-environment issues can be understood; introduction to decision-making and organization theory for examining social processes affecting the analyses and solution of man-environment problems; selected issues considered. Cr a a, . a, 6 Sa. a a

31* Aspects of Canadian Society

50* Man-Environment Research

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Prerequisite: M-ENV 130* 3 hours (Winter term)

Sources of man-environment information and research questions. Library research. Field research. Survey techniques. Participation observation techniques. Elementary structured and unstructured non-experimental research design. Basic measurement techniques as these relate to the ; collection and analysis of qualitative data. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment or consent of Instructor 3 hours (Fall term)

MENV 190 Core Seminar 1

A problem and issue-oriented seminar stressing interdisciplinary treatment of environmental problems, including discussions, special small group projects and field work as appropriate; exploration of ways in which individuals can learn about and become sensitive to their various social and physical environments. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment students or consent of Instructor 3 hours (Fall term)

MENV 191 Core Seminar 2

Prerequisite: M-ENV 190* 3 hours (Winter term)

MENV 195 Overview of Man-Environment Problems

A series of lectures covering major topics of the “environmental crisis” as seen in terms of the interrelationships of man with his social, man-made physical, and more natural environments. Topics will include population growth, environmental pollution, the conservation and management of natural resources, and environmental problems of urban areas. 3 hours (Winter term)

Similar to and alternates with GEOG 195*. Not open to students who have taken GEOG 195*. Architecture students to take ARCH 122* which covers similar topics.

MENV 200 Ecology and Environment

Introduction to main concepts and principles of ecology; cycling of elements, energetics and structural organization of major ecological systems; population dynamics; impact of natural resource management practices and urban and industrial development on environment. 2 lectures, 2 hour lab, (Fall term)

Cross-listed as Planning 200*, Geography 200* and Architecture 222", but offered to separate sections as necessary.

MENV 201 Introduction to Applied Ecology

A course in the principles of ecology which stresses the impact of the environment and man on populations. Important ecological processes, pollution, conflicts of interest. The ecology of invasions and biological control. An introduction to systems analysis in ecology. No prerequisite. Primarily for students in faculties other than Environmental Studies, Not open to students who have taken M-ENV 200*, GEOG 200%, PLAN 200*, or ARCH 222*. 2 lectures and three Saturday field trips (Winter term)

MENV 220 Man and Resource Use

Review of the main physical, organizational and institutional factors governing Man’s decisions to use natural resources. Appraisal of such resources as land, water, food, forests, wildlife, minerals, energy, oceans and air with special attention to contemporary conflicts of use, and main Hi, anal wet Dafne 1- 1-1-9 4 in

30* Aspects of Canadian Society

31* Aspects of Canadian Society

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A problem and issue-oriented course dealing with topics related to specific environmental problems in the Canadian setting; a continuation of M-ENV 130*-131*. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment students, or consent of Instructor. 3 hours (Fall term)

M-ENV 230* Prerequisite: 3 hours (Winter term)

MENV 240 Small Groups in the Environment

Selected elements of small group dynamics such as goal-setting, interpersonal relations, group development, change and influence in and by groups and communication. Different kinds of groups will be examined, and role of small group decision-making in organizational and social change will be discussed. Class participation as a small group process. 3 hours (Fall term)

MENV 241 Social Change Processes. 71* Quantitative Techniques for Environmental Problems 1 72* Quantitative Techniques for Environment Problems 2

An analysis of major theories of social change, the sources and patterns of change and change processes, with emphasis on the environmental context. 3 hours (Winter term)

An introduction to the philosophy of science, scientific method, and statistical techniques. Experimental design considerations and computer concepts will be stressed. Some programming and statistical significance tests will be introduced. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment students or consent of Instructor 3 hours (Fall term)

Prerequisite: M-ENV 250* or consent of Instructor 3 hours (Winter term)

Cross-listed as Planning 272* and Geography 272*

MENV 275 Special Readings

Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor 2 hours or equivalent

MENV 280 Environmental Problems Workshop

Each term, one or two major problems involving analysis and solution of a specific environmental problem will be dealt with by student groups composed of various specialities. Emphasis will be placed on the teamwork involved in defining the problem components, obtaining the necessary data for thorough analysis, and incorporating the analysis into formulation and evaluation of alternative solutions to the problem. Offered at second, third and fourth year levels. Open to a maximum of 40 students, with a maximum of 10 from each of Man-Environment, Geography, Planning and Architecture. (Fall term)

MENV 281 Environmental Problems Workshop

See M-ENV 280* (Winter term}

MENV 290 Core Seminar 3

A problem and issue-oriented seminar or workshop; special emphasis on - interdisciplinary treatment of environmental problems. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment students or consent of Instructor

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MENV 291 Core Seminar 4

Prerequisite: M-ENV 290* 3 hours (Winter term)

MENV 310 Psychological Man

The psychological correlates of the differing environments in which man develops and continues adult life. The emphasis will be on individual differences assessed by empirical techniques and objective criteria derived from the physical and cultural environment. 3 hours (Fall term)

MENV 320 Environmental Economics

Prinicpal economic forces that affect the environment. Examination of macro and micro concepts of economic welfare including scarcity, leisure, externalities, growth and property. Introduction to social benefit-cost analysis as applied to environmental problems. 3 hours (Fall term)

MENV 335 Management of Environmental Resources

Major problems and issues in the management of resources. Synthesis of ecological, economic, and institutional aspects. Guiding concepts of management such as sustained yields, multiple purpose, joint product development. Integrating resource management with social and economic development policies and programmes. 2 hours (Winter term)

MENV 340 Government, Politics and Environmental Programmes

Examination of the processes whereby political, social and economic goals are incorporated into environmental programmes. Study of selected government agencies having regulatory powers for environmental management, and discussion of some decision problems confronting them. 2 hours seminar (Fall term)

MENV 350 Community Action on Environmental Problems

This course will focus on the citizen’s role in the solution of environmental problems. The work of various community groups will be examined and evaluated. Students will take part in one group project to experience the process at first hand. 2 hours (Fall term)

MENV 351 Organization and Environment Change

Analysis of organizations, both public and private, as a vehicle for instituting change in the contemporary environment. Goal formation, policy decisions and effects of change on society. 2 hours seminar (Winter term} Not offered in 1971-72

MENV 356 Introductory Ekistics Basic Principles 58* Environmental Pollution and Its. Control

An introduction to the science of human settlements. The components and evaluation of human settlements, and their present and future functions. Growth forces and processes and their pathology. Methods of application of ekistic principles. 3 hours seminar (Fall term)

A general overview course on environmental pollution, its causes and effects, human and technical aspects. Topics will cover air, water and soil pollution from waste products; biological, economic, political and legal aspects; technical and social control measures. No prerequisite. 3 hours (Winter term)

MENV 360 Science, Technology, Art and Environment

Comparisons among science, technology and the creative arts in terms of their influence on the nature of Man’s environments. Interactions among

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3 hours (Fall term)

MENV 362 Environments of the Future

Techniques of forecasting and projection of components of the environments of the future. Technological forecasting, environmental impacts. Social and economic forecasting. Scenario and Delphic approach to the consideration of alternative futures. 3 hours seminar (Winter term)

MENV 366 Advanced Ekistics Systems of Human Settlement

The nature of settlements as an interacting system. Functions of urban subsystems. Theories of urban regional development. Simulation and other analysis techniques. Critical review of ekistic concepts and methods, with special emphasis on policy synthesis, programmes and plans. 3 hours seminar (Winter term)

MENV 375 Special Reading, or Seminar on Selected Topic

Prerequisite: Consent of the Instructor 2 hours or equivalent

380* Environmental Problems Workshop

See M-ENV 280* (Fail term)

381* Environmental Problems Workshop

See M-ENV 280* (Winter term)

MENV 390 Seminar-Workshop

A series of seminars and workshop periods to integrate the work of the students in other courses. Emphasis is on team and individual approach to environmental problems in several areas. Field work when appropriate. Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment students or consent of Instructor. 4 hours (Fall term)

MENV 391 Seminar-Workshop

A continuation M-ENV 390* Prerequisite: Honours Man-Environment students or consent of Instructor. 4 hours (Winter term)

MENV 410 Environmental Education

Study of the factors influencing environmental perception in the traditional educational system. Innovative curricula and practices for enhancing environmental learning in the context of the primary and secondary classroom structure. Environmental education for adults; a consideration of the use of the media, extension courses etc. 2 hours and 2 hours workshop (Fall term) Not offered in 1971-72

MENV 420 Seminar on Urban Environment

Modern cities as a migratory and rapid growth phenomenon. Related technological and social problems especially insofar as these concern planners and migrant groups. Inter-, infra- and extra-city linkages. 2 hour seminar (Winter term) Not offered in 1971-72

MENV 430 Natural Environment and International Development

Economic benefits and ecological costs of resource development projects in developing countries. Comparison of different development strategies and their environmental effects. 2 hour seminar (Fall term) Not offered in 1971-72

MENV 431 Comparative Environmental Fe ee,

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40* Communication Systems and the Human Environment

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2 hours seminar (Winter term) Not offered in 1971-72

A study of processes of communication and communication systems in the context of human environments. A communication focus will be utilized in analyses of urban and rural environments, of institutional and organizational environments, of processes of innovation and planned change. 2 hours seminar (Fall term) Not offered in 1971-72

MENV 450 Environmental Policy: Generalists and Specialists

Role of generalists and specialists in society. Current policy problems examined from these viewpoints. Recent changes in public attitudes, legislation, agencies and functions in terms of the relative importance of these roles. 2 hours (Winter term) Not offered in 1971-72

MENV 460 Series. Special Topics Relating to Environment

This series is to provide an opportunity for students to study particular problems selected from areas of special interest and experience of individual faculty members. The topics will change from time to time. Those available for 1971-72 are.

MENV 461 Perceptions of Environmental Control ‘2* Coastal Environment Studies }63* Minority Groups and Their Social Environment \64* International Organizations and Environmental Problems

(T. Semple)

(D. Fischer)

(C. De’Ath)

(G. Francis)

MENV 465 Poverty in Canada

(W. Shalinsky)

466* Ecology and Resource Management

(G. Davies)

MENV 467 Public Behaviour and Environmental Design

(M. Pallett)

MENV 468 Communication and Innovation '5* Special Readings or Seminar on Selected Topics 16 Special Readings or Seminar on Selected Topics

(R. Keith) Prerequisite for the 460 series: Consent of Instructor 2 hours

Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor 2 hours or equivalent. (Fall and Winter)

Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor 2 hours or equivalent

MENV 480 Environmental Problems Workshop

See M-ENV 280* (Fall term) Not offered in 1971-72

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